A third person in the remote California town of Mammoth Lakes has died of hantavirus, the sometimes-fatal illness that authorities say Betsy Arakawa, the wife of actor Gene Hackman, died of earlier this year.
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Norovirus: A Comprehensive Overview What is Norovirus? Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes gastroenteritis, which is the inflammation of the stomach and intestines. It is one of the leading causes of foodborne illness worldwide and is often referred to as the “stomach flu,” although it is not related to influenza. The virus can […]
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Mind uploading, also known as whole brain emulation, is the hypothetical process of transferring or copying a person’s consciousness, memories, and mental state from their biological brain to a digital or synthetic format, such as a computer or robot. The idea is that, once uploaded, a person’s mind could continue to function and exist independently of their biological body, possibly in virtual environments, digital simulations, or artificial bodies.
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Flu Shots: A Comprehensive Guide to Benefits, History, Stats, Disadvantages, and Who Should Get Them Influenza, or the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It affects millions of people worldwide every year, leading to significant morbidity and mortality. One of the most effective ways to protect against the flu is through […]
Continue ReadingHMPV Infections in China is Declining
The rate of infections with the flu-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in northern China is declining, a health official said Sunday, amid some international concern over a potential pandemic.
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HMPV: The mysterious virus gripping China — What You Need to Know China is facing an outbreak of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus causing flu-like symptoms. The virus, which spreads through droplets and close contact, primarily affects children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Five years after COVID-19 emerged from China, another mysterious virus […]
Continue ReadingAustralian Lab Reports Losing Deadly Virus Samples
More than 300 live virus samples went missing from an Australian state-run laboratory in the province of Queensland in what public health officials have deemed a “major breach” of biosecurity. Queensland Health Minister Tim Nicholls announced Monday that his department is launching an investigation into the 323 virus samples that went missing from the state […]
Continue ReadingFirst New Asthma Attack Treatment In 50 Years
Researchers say they have found the first new treatment for asthma attacks in 50 years. The injection dampens part of the immune system that can go into overdrive in flare-ups of both asthma and a lung condition called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Benralizumab is already used in the most severe cases, but the latest […]
Continue ReadingFirst Confirmed Case of Bird Flu for a Youngster
Health officials on Friday confirmed bird flu in a California child — the first reported case in a U.S. minor. The child had mild symptoms, was treated with antiviral medication and is recovering, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in announcing the test results. State officials have said the child attends day care […]
Continue ReadingListeria Outbreak Declared Officially Over
The deadly multi-state listeria outbreak attributed to Boar’s Head deli meat has officially been declared “over” by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The agency issued its final update on the case on Thursday, saying a total of 61 people across 19 states became ill in the outbreak, resulting in 60 hospitalizations and 10 […]
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